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Join an exclusive adult-only boat tour aboard the Discovery to watch the lively New Smyrna Beach Boat Parade. Experience festive decorations, warm sea breezes, and the parade’s vibrant lights from a unique water vantage point.
Join an exclusive adult-only boat tour aboard the Discovery to watch the lively New Smyrna Beach Boat Parade. Experience festive decorations, warm sea breezes, and the parade’s vibrant lights from a unique water vantage point.
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Operated by Marine Discovery Center · New Smyrna Beach, Florida
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels as it involves a relaxed boat ride with minimal physical exertion.
Yes, the Boat Parade Watching Tour is exclusively for adults aged 18 and older to ensure a relaxed atmosphere.
No, the tour allows only non-alcoholic drinks to maintain a family-friendly and safe environment.
We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before departure to secure a good viewing spot and help with check-in.
The Discovery offers easy boarding options, but it’s best to contact the operator directly regarding specific accessibility needs.
No, this experience is restricted to adults only.
The tour proceeds rain or shine, but severe weather may result in cancellations for passenger safety.
New Smyrna Beach has a rich maritime heritage dating back to its founding in 1768 and hosts annual boating events celebrating its coastal culture.
The community promotes clean boating practices and marina stewardship to protect the fragile saltwater ecosystem of the Intracoastal Waterway.
Marine Discovery Center is a nonprofit marine education and conservation facility in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, situated on a 22-acre campus along the Indian River Lagoon. The center offers guided boat tours, kayak eco-tours, family programs, and sensory-accessible activities that connect visitors with the region's estuary and wildlife. Daily and scheduled offerings include two-hour Morning and Evening Dolphin Discovery Tours aboard the pontoon boat Discovery, guided by certified Florida naturalists who interpret local dolphins, sea turtles, and birdlife. Kayak Eco Tours and the Indian River Lagoon Preserve Kayak Tour provide two-hour guided paddling through mangroves with single and tandem kayaks available for beginners and families. On the land-based campus, visitors can join the MDC Campus Tour to learn about restoration projects, the history of Mt. Morgan, gardens, and future plans; campus tours run Wednesday mornings or by request. Family-focused Sea Squirts parent-and-toddler programs for ages three to six run weekly on Wednesdays for nine weeks, with drop-in options offered. The Sense of Adventure program offers sensory‑engaged activities for individuals with disabilities and sensory sensitivities, designed for inclusive hands-on learning. Marine Discovery Center emphasizes environmental education, hands-on interpretation, and stewardship of North America's biologically diverse estuary. Programs are led by trained staff and naturalists, combining outdoor exploration with conservation messaging to foster appreciation for the Indian River Lagoon and its wildlife. Visitor bookings support local conservation initiatives, educational outreach and habitat restoration projects focused on water quality species monitoring and native habitat protection across New Smyrna Beach and Indian River Lagoon.
Book with Marine Discovery Center